Life in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, will surprise you. Though best known for its Gateway Arch, this vibrant, affordable city has the perfect blend of famous attractions, distinctive neighborhoods and good old Midwest charm. Adventures are everywhere, yet a strong sense of community is what really makes St. Louis shine. Have fun and forge connections that count.

Entertainment at Your Doorstep

St. Louis boasts an impressive list of top-tier experiences. Wander through a world-class musum, catch a live show, savor the local flavors or cheer on your favorite sports team. Everything is minutes away from the medical campus — live and work in the heart of it all. 

Neighborhood Pride

It doesn't take long for St. Louis neighborhoods to win people over with their rich history and tradition. Enjoy international eats on South Grand, sidewalk cafés in the Central West End, antique shopping on Cherokee Street, a farmers market and festivals in Shaw, and more. Every community has beauty, style and people working to preserve and promote its identity.

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Affordable, Accessible Living

Family-friendly St. Louis is known for its low cost of living — a huge benefit to our medical community. Housing costs and everyday expenses will fall below the national average, allowing more room in the budget to pursue a meaningful career and enjoy work-life balance. 

Buy or Rent in a Popular Neighborhood

And getting around is easy, thanks to walkable, bike-friendly neighborhoods and public transportation. Hop on one of the 20+ greenways throughout the region or MetroLink, the city's light rail system. 

Prefer the suburbs? There are plenty of choices that offer the same affordability and convenience, plus a quick communte to the urban core. 

A Career With Impact

Both St. Louis and St. Louis University School of Medicine are known for their contributions to medicine and research. Here, residents and fellows can develop and advance solutions that improve the lives of people everywhere. 

They'll have support and resources from places like Cortex — a nearby, 200-acre innovation hub and technology district co-founded by SLU — and BioSTL, a nonprofit that attracts and invests in biotech startups.